Mammography Technologist

Sinai Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Mammography Technologist to join their team. This role involves performing routine to complex mammography studies while adhering to patient safety guidelines. The ideal candidate will demonstrate superior knowledge of mammography policies and procedures and provide exceptional patient care. You will play a vital role in educating patients on breast health and ensuring high-quality imaging for accurate diagnoses. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience is necessary.
• Maintains superior knowledge of policy and procedures for the mammography department.

Responsibilities

• Produces high-quality mammograms for interpretation by the Radiologist.
• Educates patients on breast health issues and self-examination techniques.

Skills

Mammography

Patient Care

Quality Assurance

Breast Health Education

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Mammography equipment

QA reporting tools

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About Sinai Chicago

Located on Chicago’s West and Southwest Side, Sinai Health System is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital, Sinai Children’s Hospital, Sinai Community Institute, Sinai Medical Group, and Sinai Urban Health Institute.

The entities of Sinai Health System collectively deliver a full range of quality inpatient and outpatient services, as well as a large number of innovative, community-based health, research and social service programs. We focus our collective depth of expertise and passion to improve the health of the 1.5 million people who live in our diverse service area. With our team of dedicated caregivers, Sinai Health System is committed to building stronger, healthier communities.

General Summary/Basic Purpose of Job:

To manage the specific department(s) as assigned in an efficient professional manner in order to provide quality patient care on a timely basis while assisting the Administrative Director with those applicable duties and assisting physicians in determining the diagnosis of an illness.

Responsible for performing routine screening 2D/3D mammograms to complex diagnostic mammogram studies at the direction of a physician while adhering to patient safety guidelines and customer service values.

Responsible for performing routine screening to complex diagnostic mammography as well as bone density studies at the direction of a physician, while adhering to patient safety guidelines and customer service values.

Responsible for routine screening to complex diagnostic mammography studies at the direction of a physician, while adhering to patient safety guidelines and customer service values. Maintains superior knowledge of policy and procedures for the mammography dept. Demonstrates effective business conduct through behavior/performance. Ability to rotate across the system including MSH, Lavillita which include shift flexibility as well as willingness to cover PTO, call-ins and emergencies.

Essential Functions and Duties:

1. Maintains established department policies and procedures. Produces high quality mammograms for interpretation by the Radiologist. Prepares examination room, equipment and materials as needed for patients.
2. Educates patient on breast health issues, demonstrates self breast examination techniques and provides the patient with a breast care pamphlet required by the ACR/FDA guidelines.
3. Maintains superior knowledge of policy and procedures for the mammography department.
4. Maintains daily, weekly, monthly and yearly QA reports for annual MQSA inspection. Maintains all mammography accreditation records and prepares department for annual inspection. Assists the Resource Coordinator and Lead Quality Mammography Technologist.
5. Utilizes proper basic and advanced positioning techniques as needed, including adjusting equipment, determining proper voltage, selecting appropriate modes on the mammography unit, managing exposure times, immobilization, support devices, lead shields, and selecting proper film size.
6. Cleans and disinfects mammography unit and other equipment before and after patient use in accordance with ACR/FDA guidelines.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is necessary.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

• REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS: IDNS/IEMA, ARRT, CPR

If this describes you, then apply today for immediate consideration.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care and Public Health